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Pickathon: Oregon’s dynamic breeding ground for musical enthusiasm
This year, new developments at Pickathon have changed the nature of the festival, but not the spirit. Nestled in the hills of Happy Valley just east of Portland; the eclectic music festival known as Pickathon delivered another jam-packed schedule during the first weekend of August at Pendarvis Farm. From names such as Durand Jones, Courtney Barnett and Adi Oasis; Pickathon excelled in both, including acclaimed acts and providing space for younger artists to flourish.
East County roads to close for Bull Run Filtration project
Several East Multnomah County roads will be closed and repaved as part of the next phase of the Bull Run filtration plant. Starting Monday, Aug. 26, and continuing through early September, a bevy of roads in “poor condition” will close in connection to the Portland Water Bureau’s “Fix-It First” road improvement project. During the closures local and emergency access will be maintained. The closures are: ...
West Linn boys hoop hires ex-West Salem coach Travis Myers
He took a circuitous route, but Travis Myers has landed one of the state's top boys basketball coaching jobs. Myers, who resigned as coach at West Salem in March after a successful eight-year tenure, has accepted the job at Class 6A power West Linn. It comes a little more than one month after he had initially taken the head coaching position at perennial 4A contender Cascade. Myers initially pursued the...
Wilsonville City Council incumbents not running for reelection
The two Wilsonville city councilors whose terms end this December, City Council President Kristin Akervall and Councilor Joann Linville, will not run for reelection. The term of Mayor Julie Fitzgerald also ends this year, and she is unable to run for reelection due to term limits. Akervall was first elected to the City Council in 2016, and reelected in 2020. Prior to working on the council, she was a member...
Oregon City honors 1924 Olympian Chet Newton Remembrance Month proclamation
One-hundred years after Paris hosted the Olympics in 1924, world-class athletes from around the world returned to the French city to compete for gold this summer. To commemorate Oregon City’s Olympic history, Mayor Denyse McGriff proclaimed August 2024 as Chet Newton Remembrance Month. “As many of you know, we just recently celebrated some fabulous gold medals at the Olympics, and some of you know about the plaque that’s right at...
Multnomah County’s Joint Office of Homeless Services director pledges transparency amid record housing placements
PORTLAND, Ore. — In a residential neighborhood off a bustling Southeast Hawthorne Boulevard, a community fights for safety. They've filled a median with rocks and plants, adding the latest addition Thursday morning: blue signs with white letters reading, in part, "GROWING STRONG SINCE 1925." It’s all to deter homeless people from setting up camp outside their homes.
As RFK Jr. withdraws from presidential race, do you remember his father's visit to Sunset High in 1968?
As Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announces he’s suspending his presidential bid, did you know that in 1968 his father, Robert F. Kennedy, paid visits to the Beaverton area and spoke at Sunset High School’s Model Democratic Convention? RFK visited Sunset High for model Democratic primary 50 years ago That’s right: On May 17, 1968, the senior Kennedy was seeking to win the Oregon primary and made an appearance on the...
Portland Breaks Ground on 82nd Avenue Safety Upgrade Project Amidst Rising Traffic Concerns
Portland's effort to redefine a dangerous corridor took physical shape yesterday as state, city leaders were joined by area residents at the celebratory groundbreaking of the 82nd Avenue Major Maintenance project. According to the City of Portland, the initiative aims to enhance a 2.5-mile frayed strip of 82nd Avenue, notorious for its safety concerns.
Priced out by rent, Jan's will stop selling books in downtown Beaverton
The bookish dragon overlooking Southwest First Street will soon end his watch as Jan’s — an independent bookstore in downtown Beaverton — looks for a new spot to call home. For six years, Jan’s has sold books out of a red-brick storefront bathed in natural light from tall, arched windows in downtown Beaverton. Owner Lori Carroll — the third person to run the bookstore after it opened in the 1980s — came out of the COVID-19 pandemic with a strengthened sense of community and created...
Individual Safely Rescued from Fremont Bridge in Portland, Prompting Reminder of Mental Health Resources
After a tense situation on the Fremont Bridge, authorities report that the individual involved is now safe and no longer in harm’s way. The bridge, which was temporarily closed during the incident, has opened again to traffic in both directions, easing the afternoon commute for Portland residents, according to the Portland Police Bureau.
Everyday Heroes: Man hikes Pacific Crest Trail to promote living kidney donation
Portland, Ore. — The Pacific Crest Trail Association says only 15% to 35% of people who start hiking the famous trail finish it. 57-year-old retiree Theron Hayes is one of them. He averaged 30 miles and 7,500 ft. elevation every day for 108 days, from April to August 2024.
Poll finds Gonzalez leads Portland mayor’s race, large swath of undecided voters
A poll commissioned by Portland Public Safety Commissioner Rene Gonzalez shows the mayoral candidate is the “frontrunner” of the 2024 race, but also shows that nearly 40% of voters are still undecided. The poll, which was first reported by The Oregonian and obtained by KOIN 6 News, was conducted by Lake Research Partners. According to the poll — on an initial ballot with no additional information — Gonzalez leads the other candidates with 21% of the first-choice vote. ...
Things 2 Do: August 23-25
KOOZA is a tribute to the origins of Cirque du Soleil and traditional circus, including audacious acrobatic acts and bold slapstick comedy. Shows run through October 6th under The Big Top at the Portland Expo Center. Ticket prices vary. Celebrate the Portland Pickles Baseball Team winning the West Coast League...
Beaverton School District adopts new start times
BEAVERTON, Ore. (KPTV) - Students in the Beaverton School District will be setting their alarms on Monday for the start of the new school year, but this year that alarm clock will ring earlier or later, depending on your grade level. The dreaded sound of an alarm clock will wake...
The global roller derby championships roll into town this fall
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — The biggest roller derby event of the year will take place in Portland. The WFTDS Global Championship tournament will be hosted by Portland's own "Rose City Rollers" at Veteran's Memorial Coliseum from Nov 1 through Nov 3. Teams from across the globe will compete for...
Celebrate Ukrainian Day & Make Authentic Deruny
Celebrate Ukrainian Day! Yuri Boyechko and Nataliia Makohon from the Ukrainian Foundation joined us to share a traditional dish--Deruny! Trust us when we say it was delicious and you need to try it. It's just one of many foods you can experience at the Ukrainian Day event. There will also be music, traditional dance, art, workshops and plenty of activities for kids, so come and celebrate Ukrainian culture. You'll also have the opportunity donate and learn more about their efforts to send medical supplies and safety equipment to Ukraine.
Celebrate The Portland Pickles as WCL Champs!
It's the title fans have been waiting 9 years for: The Portland Pickles are West Coast League Champs! Assistant General Manager Courtney Sshmidt, Head Coach Mark Magdaleno and the one and only Dillon T. Pickle joined us to talk about the team's incredible season and how you can help them celebrate!
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